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Secrets of Chrysler Ram Induction

Posted on January 20, 2019 by MCG

With their radical-looking Ram Induction setups, Mopars of the early ’60s sported some of the wildest engine compartments ever seen around the Motor City. Here’s what that was all about. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Technology | Tagged Chrysler Corporation, Chrysler Ram Induction, Dodge D-500 Ram Induction, Sonoramic Commando

Video: The Jaguar XK120 Years

Posted on January 19, 2019 by MCG

Here’s one of the great stories in automotive history compressed into a three-minute video: presenting the glorious tale of the 1948-54 Jaguar XK120. Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Jaguar, Jaguar XK120

Video: Miniature Gnome Rotary Engine—Hear It Roar!

Posted on January 18, 2019 by MCG

Here’s yet another tiny masterpiece by master model maker Ron Colonna: a World War I-era Gnome rotary aircraft engine in 1:5 scale. And like all his creations, it runs like a fine watch.   Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Models & Miniatures, Technology | Tagged Gnome, Ron Colonna

MCG Executive Briefing for January 18, 2019

Posted on January 18, 2019 by MCG

This year’s Arizona winter auctions are off to a strong start, as demonstrated by this 1925 Bugatti Type 35A that was bid up to $1.3 million. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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Video: Introducing the 1941 Lincolns

Posted on January 16, 2019 by MCG

This original factory dealer film introduces the Lincoln lineup for 1941, including the Continental, the Custom Sedan, and the division’s volume leader, the popular Zephyr—now with directional signals.    Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History | Tagged Edsel Ford, Ford Motor Company, Lincoln, Lincoln Zephyr

Rhomboid Dream: The 1960 Pininfarina X

Posted on January 15, 2019 by MCG

The best way to design an automobile may be with a wheel at each corner, but it’s not the only way. Behold the X-chassis configuration of the 1960 Pininfarina X.  Continue reading →

Posted in Auto History, Design | Tagged Pininfarina

MCG Executive Briefing for January 14, 2019

Posted on January 14, 2019 by MCG

Cadillac’s new XT6 three-row luxury SUV is aimed squarely at the Audi Q7 and Acura MDX. Get all the latest auto industry news in the Executive Briefing.  Continue reading →

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